Chicago Bears sign Darnell Wright to record $116 million contract

The Chicago Bears have secured right tackle Darnell Wright with a four‑year extension worth $116 million, including $93 million guaranteed. The deal sets a new benchmark as the largest contract ever for a right tackle and the most guaranteed money for any offensive lineman in NFL history. Wright, the No. 10 overall pick in the 2023 draft, earned second‑team All‑Pro honors after a breakout season and has been a cornerstone of the Bears' offensive line. The extension keeps him under contract through the 2031 season, averaging $29 million per year, and signals Chicago’s commitment to building a stable offensive foundation around quarterback Caleb Williams. Head coach Ben Johnson highlighted the line’s improvement, which helped the Bears rise from last in total yards in 2024 to sixth in 2025 and reach the NFC Divisional Round.